Dodge 2009 KA Nitro Manuals

Dodge 2009 KA Nitro Manuals

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Dodge 2009 KA Nitro Owner's Manual

Dodge 2009 KA Nitro Owner's Manual (459 pages)

Dodge 2009 Nitro Truck Owner's Manual

Brand: Dodge | Category: Automobile | Size: 7.15 MB

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

5
- Introduction
  3
  - Table of Contents
    5
- Introduction
  6
- Rollover Warning
  6
- How to Use this Manual
  7
- Warnings and Cautions
  9
- Vehicle Identification Number
  9
- Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
  10
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

11
- A Word about Your Keys
  14
  - Ignition Key Removal
    14
  - Key-In-Ignition Reminder
    15
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
  14
- Sentry Key
  16
  - Replacement Keys
    17
  - Customer Key Programming
    18
  - General Information
    19
- Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
  19
  - To Arm the System
    20
  - To Disarm the System
    20
- Illuminated Entry
  21
- Remote Keyless Entry
  21
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 23
  25
  - Battery Replacement
    25
  - General Information
    26
- Remote Starting System - if Equipped
  27
- Door Locks
  28
  - Manual Door Locks
    29
  - Power Door Locks
    30
  - Automatic Door Locks
    31
  - Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit
    32
  - Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
    33
- Windows
  34
  - Power Windows
    34
  - Wind Buffeting
    38
- Liftgate
  38
- Occupant Restraints
  39
- Engine Break-In Recommendations
  77
- Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
  78
- Safety Tips
  78
- Vehicle
  78
  - Exhaust Gas
    78
- Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
  79
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

81
- Mirrors
  85
  - Inside Day/Night Mirror
    85
  - Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
    86
  - Outside Mirrors
    86
  - Power Mirrors
    87
  - Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - if Equipped
    88
- Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - if Equipped
  88
  - Operation
    90
  - Phone Call Features
    99
  - Uconnect System Features
    102
  - Advanced Phone Connectivity
    107
  - Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect System
    108
  - General Information
    117
- Voice Recognition System (VR) - if Equipped
  117
  - Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation
    117
  - Commands
    119
  - Voice Training
    122
- Seats
  122
- To Open and Close the Hood
  129
- Lights
  131
  - Multifunction Lever
    131
  - Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights and Headlights
    132
  - Lights-On Reminder
    132
  - High Beam Headlights
    132
  - Flash-To-Pass
    133
  - Front Fog Lights - if Equipped
    133
  - Turn Signals
    133
  - Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
    133
  - Interior Lights
    134
- Windshield Wipers and Washers
  134
  - Windshield Wiper Operation
    134
  - Intermittent Wiper System
    135
  - Windshield Washers
    135
  - Mist Feature
    135
- Tilt Steering Column
  136
- Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
  137
  - To Activate
    137
  - To Set at a Desired Speed
    137
  - To Deactivate
    138
  - To Resume Speed
    138
  - To Vary the Speed Setting
    138
  - Manual Transmission
    139
  - To Accelerate for Passing
    139
- Rear Park Assist System - if Equipped
  139
  - System Usage Precautions
    140
  - Enabling and Disabling the System
    142
  - System Operation
    143
- Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
  146
  - Programming Homelink
    147
  - Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
    150
  - Using Homelink
    150
  - Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
    151
  - Security
    151
  - Troubleshooting Tips
    151
  - General Information
    152
- Power Sunroof - if Equipped
  152
  - Opening Sunroof - Express
    153
  - Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
    153
- Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle 151
  153
  - Closing Sunroof - Express
    153
  - Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
    154
  - Pinch Protect Feature
    154
  - Pinch Protect Override
    154
  - Venting Sunroof - Express
    154
  - Sunshade Operation
    155
  - Wind Buffeting
    155
  - Sunroof Maintenance
    155
  - Ignition off Operation
    155
- Electrical Power Outlet
  156
- Power Inverter - if Equipped
  158
- Cupholders
  160
- Storage
  161
  - Front Storage Compartment
    161
  - Console Storage Compartment
    161
- Cargo Area Features
  162
  - Cargo Light
    162
  - Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
    162
  - Cargo Load Floor - if Equipped
    164
  - Rear Cargo Slide out System (Load N Go ) - if Equipped
    165
- Rear Window Features
  167
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer - if Equipped
    167
  - Rear Window Defroster - if Equipped
    168
- Roof Ditch Applique - Non Functional
  168
Understanding Your Instrument Panel

171
Starting and Operating

257
- Starting Procedures
  261
  - Normal Starting
    261
  - Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or -29°C)
    261
  - If Engine Fails to Start
    262
  - After Starting
    264
- Automatic Transmission
  264
- Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
  264
- Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
  277
  - MP 143 Single-Speed Part-Time Transfer Case
    277
  - Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
    278
- On-Road Driving Tips
  279
- Off-Road Driving Tips
  280
  - When to Use 4L or 4LO (Low) Range
    280
  - Driving through Water
    280
  - Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand
    281
  - Hill Climbing
    282
  - Traction Downhill
    283
  - After Driving Off-Road
    283
- Power Steering
  284
  - Power Steering Fluid Check
    285
- Parking Brake
  286
- Anti-Lock Brake System
  287
- Electronic Brake Control System
  290
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    290
  - Traction Control System (TCS)
    291
  - Brake Assist System (BAS)
    292
  - Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
    293
  - Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
    294
  - ESP/BAS Warning Lamp
    297
- Tire Safety Information
  298
  - Tire Markings
    298
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    302
  - Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
    303
- Tires - General Information
  307
  - Tire Pressure
    307
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    308
  - Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
    310
  - Radial-Ply Tires
    310
  - Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
    310
  - Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
    311
  - Tire Spinning
    312
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    313
  - Life of Tire
    313
  - Replacement Tires
    314
- Tire Chains
  316
- Tire Rotation Recommendations
  317
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
  318
  - Base System
    321
  - Premium System - if Equipped
    323
  - General Information
    328
- Fuel Requirements
  328
  - 3.7L Engine
    328
  - L Engine
    329
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    329
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    330
  - E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
    330
  - MMT in Gasoline
    331
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    331
  - Fuel System Cautions
    332
  - Carbon Monoxide Warnings
    332
- Adding Fuel
  333
  - Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
    333
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    335
- Vehicle Loading
  336
  - Certification Label
    336
- Trailer Towing
  338
  - Common Towing Definitions
    338
  - Trailer Hitch Classification
    343
  - Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
    344
  - Trailer and Tongue Weight
    346
  - Towing Requirements
    347
  - Towing Tips
    352
- Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
  353
  - Towing - 2WD Models
    353
  - Towing - 4WD or All-Wheel Drive Models
    354
What to Do in Emergencies

355
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  356
- If Your Engine Overheats
  357
- Jacking and Tire Changing
  358
  - Jack Location
    358
  - Spare Tire Stowage
    358
  - Spare Tire Removal
    359
  - Preparations for Jacking
    360
  - Jacking Instructions
    360
- Jump-Starting
  364
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
  366
  - 2-Wheel Drive Vehicles
    366
Maintaining Your Vehicle

367
- Engine Compartment - 3.7L
  369
- Engine Compartment - 4.0L
  370
- Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
  371
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    372
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
  372
- Dealer Service
  374
- Replacement Parts
  374
- Engine Oil
  375
- Maintenance Procedures
  375
- Engine Air Cleaner Filter
  378
- Maintenance-Free Battery
  379
- Air Conditioner Maintenance
  380
- Adding Washer Fluid
  381
- Body Lubrication
  381
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  381
- Exhaust System
  382
- Cooling System
  384
  - Brake System
    390
  - Automatic Transmission
    391
  - Transfer Case
    392
  - Front/Rear Axle Fluid
    393
  - Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
    394
- Fuses
  398
  - Totally Integrated Power Module
    398
- Bulb Replacement
  405
  - Headlight
    405
  - Left Front Turn Signal
    406
  - Right Front Turn Signal
    407
  - Front Side Marker
    407
  - Front Fog Light (Front Fascia Mounted)
    407
  - Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Backup Lights
    408
  - Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)
    409
- Replacement Light Bulbs
  405
- Fluid Capacities
  410
- Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
  411
  - Engine
    411
  - Chassis
    412
  - Service Schedule
    418
If You Need Consumer Assistance

429
- If You Need Assistance
  431
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
  431
  - Prepare for the Appointment
    431
  - Prepare a List
    431
  - Be Reasonable with Requests
    431
- MOPAR Parts
  434
- Reporting Safety Defects
  434
  - In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
    434
  - In Canada
    435
- Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
  434
- Publication Order Forms
  435
  - Traction Grades
    437
- Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
  437
  - Quality Grades
    437
  - Treadwear
    437

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